Your Match Day Loadout (Racquets, etc)

[gino]

2x Wilson Blade 2015 tight patterns strung with Element or PTP
1L water
Luxilon O dampeners
Wilson Pro overgrips
Clothes: black/white Nike polo, Nike Sinner cap, Asics shorts, Thorlos, Nike Vapor 11.

Sick load out. What shoes have you used historically ? How do you like the v11 compared to

How do you like the sinner cap btw ?

 

[McGradey]

Sick load out. What shoes have you used historically ? How do you like the v11 compared to

How do you like the sinner cap btw ?

Cheers. Sinner cap is good, comfy and breathable. The bill is short so on really bright days you do miss a little bit of protection, but I'm happy with it overall.

V11s I've enjoyed, though I have no frame of reference to previous iterations. I go for the more maximal/durability shoes so the Vapors were never on my list before. I haven't stayed with any shoe for more than one pair, I've really shopped around lol. Previously used:

• Edit: forgot to include K Swiss ultrashot 3 (plush, big, a bit clunky, but a success overall)
• Yonex Eclipsion 3 (these were great)
• Wilson Rush Pro 3 (way too narrow for me and felt a little underdone)
• Asics Gel Res 8 (great shoe, not much downside but didn't want to go them again for some reason. I remember the cushion bottomed out after a while and then I'd get knee pain)
• Adidas Solecourt Boost (great comfort and looks but also big, heavy boats of things)
• Nike Court Tech Challenge 20 (stiff, narrow, uncomfortable, looked sick though)
• Back in the day was mostly K Swiss leather shoes, they were super comfy but hot and heavy

I'll probably go back to Gel Res for my next pair.

 

[gino]

Cheers. Sinner cap is good, comfy and breathable. The bill is short so on really bright days you do miss a little bit of protection, but I'm happy with it overall.

V11s I've enjoyed, though I have no frame of reference to previous iterations. I go for the more maximal/durability shoes so the Vapors were never on my list before. I haven't stayed with any shoe for more than one pair, I've really shopped around lol. Previously used:

• Yonex Eclipsion 3 (these were great)
• Wilson Rush Pro 3 (way too narrow for me and felt a little underdone)
• Asics Gel Res 8 (great shoe, not much downside but didn't want to go them again for some reason. I remember the cushion bottomed out after a while and then I'd get knee pain)
• Adidas Solecourt Boost (great comfort and looks but also big, heavy boats of things)
• Nike Court Tech Challenge 20 (stiff, narrow, uncomfortable, looked sick though)
• Back in the day was mostly K Swiss leather shoes, they were super comfy but hot and heavy

I'll probably go back to Gel Res for my next pair.

Feels like an overcorrevtion on the Nike hat bills lately. They went from so so long with aero bill to shorter now, but I like the short stuff so gonna give the sinner hat a go

If you’re looking for something maximalist, try the GP turbo resale or the GP challenge 1 - based on your history could work well

 

[McGradey]

Feels like an overcorrevtion on the Nike hat bills lately. They went from so so long with aero bill to shorter now, but I like the short stuff so gonna give the sinner hat a go

If you’re looking for something maximalist, try the GP turbo resale or the GP challenge 1 - based on your history could work well

I'd try the GP Challenges if they were available in NZ/Aus, but even the bigger retailers don't have them, only the takedown version. I think perhaps retailers here are sick of Nike. Certainly the impression I got from local retailers I've chatted to. And not even available direct to consumer in NZ!

 

[gino]

I'd try the GP Challenges if they were available in NZ/Aus, but even the bigger retailers don't have them, only the takedown version. I think perhaps retailers here are sick of Nike. Certainly the impression I got from local retailers I've chatted to. And not even available direct to consumer in NZ!

Wow. That’s wild, not even going DTC in a fairly sizable market like NZ is pathetic. I’ve had my gripes with them, but this is one of the more annoying things I’ve heard of. Bummed for you folks, but not missing much this cycle. I think the vapor 12 will be coveted, hope you can get access to those

 

[McGradey]

Wow. That’s wild, not even going DTC in a fairly sizable market like NZ is pathetic. I’ve had my gripes with them, but this is one of the more annoying things I’ve heard of. Bummed for you folks, but not missing much this cycle. I think the vapor 12 will be coveted, hope you can get access to those

Cheers mate. Reading the gear threads on here its annoying we don't get half of the good stuff, and we're completely out of sync with the seasons, so your summer collections drop in the middle of our winter, if at all.
They did used to have Nike NZ online but pulled out of the market quite recently. Hopefully with a change of direction they'll return in future.

 

[gino]

Cheers mate. Reading the gear threads on here its annoying we don't get half of the good stuff, and we're completely out of sync with the seasons, so your summer collections drop in the middle of our winter, if at all.
They did used to have Nike NZ online but pulled out of the market quite recently. Hopefully with a change of direction they'll return in future.

So rough, I always found the seasonal drops to be largely exclusive. Weather varies so much around the world. Each collection should have varying options in terms of cuts to accommodate anyone’s climate

 

[gino]

Bumping bc im bored and wanna see ppl post gear

 

[Grafil Injection]

Here you go. Today's selection, which I'm 100% certain no one else has ever gathered together:

Most power - 400i
Most control - Rev 200G
Most spin - 400i
Sweetest feel - 400i / Dunlop No Name Graphite
Most seriously satisfying - Rev 200G
Largest sweet-spot - Dunlop No Name Graphite
Biggest bling factor - Wimbledon Boron Pro
Best serves - 400i
Best returns - Rev 200G
Best topspin FH - 400i / Wimbledon Boron Pro
Best flat FH - 400i / Dunlop No Name Graphite
Best slices - Rev 200G
Best volleys - Rev 200G / Dunlop No Name Graphite

 

[gsinko1]

I’ll jump in on this!

Rackets:

Babolat Pure Drive Tour 2015
Head Youtek IG Prestige Pro (or TGT293.1)
Head Graphene 360+ Gravity Pro (Aux 2.0 GPro might be a worthy successor - currently testing)

Shoes:
Nike Lunar Vapor 8 Tour
Nike Vapor 9.5
Lacoste AGLT Ultra (for currently available)

Bag: Head Gravity Duffle

String: Solinco Tour Bite 17

Ball: US Open Extra Duty

Overgrip: Wilson Pro

Hand towels for changeovers, Nike wrist bands, Nike Rafa hat

32oz water bottle, 16oz bottle for liquid IV, GU gel packs

Album for visuals: (man I miss those Vapor 8 tours)

https://imgur.com/a/crfxzka

 

[gino]

Here you go. Today's selection, which I'm 100% certain no one else has ever gathered together:

Most power - 400i
Most control - Rev 200G
Most spin - 400i
Sweetest feel - 400i / Dunlop No Name Graphite
Most seriously satisfying - Rev 200G
Largest sweet-spot - Dunlop No Name Graphite
Biggest bling factor - Wimbledon Boron Pro
Best serves - 400i
Best returns - Rev 200G
Best topspin FH - 400i / Wimbledon Boron Pro
Best flat FH - 400i / Dunlop No Name Graphite
Best slices - Rev 200G
Best volleys - Rev 200G / Dunlop No Name Graphite

awesome post & set of frames. like how you listed which ones perform best on certain shots. very fun approach

i enjoyed the bling category lololol

 

[gino]

I’ll jump in on this!

Rackets:

Babolat Pure Drive Tour 2015
Head Youtek IG Prestige Pro (or TGT293.1)
Head Graphene 360+ Gravity Pro (Aux 2.0 GPro might be a worthy successor - currently testing)

Shoes:
Nike Lunar Vapor 8 Tour
Nike Vapor 9.5
Lacoste AGLT Ultra (for currently available)

Bag: Head Gravity Duffle

String: Solinco Tour Bite 17

Ball: US Open Extra Duty

Overgrip: Wilson Pro

Hand towels for changeovers, Nike wrist bands, Nike Rafa hat

32oz water bottle, 16oz bottle for liquid IV, GU gel packs

Album for visuals: (man I miss those Vapor 8 tours)

https://imgur.com/a/crfxzka

what a sweet loadout man. especially the the TGT293.1 and the vapor 8 tour for me. a long forgotten but awesome vapor. it's funny, bc fed didnt use certain vapors, they are almost forgotten. I loved the 7/8 lunar midsole, although I may slightly prefer the softer upper of the V7. hows the lacoste shoe treating you? long been curious about those

Right there with you on balls and WOW that gravity pro is a stunner. Im sideyeing the gravity 2025 BIG TIME right now lol

thanks for sharing mate

 

[Grafil Injection]

awesome post & set of frames. like how you listed which ones perform best on certain shots. very fun approach

i enjoyed the bling category lololol

The MAX 400i (glossy version) is also extremely bling, but in an impressive rather than naff way.

 

[gsinko1]

what a sweet loadout man. especially the the TGT293.1 and the vapor 8 tour for me. a long forgotten but awesome vapor. it's funny, bc fed didnt use certain vapors, they are almost forgotten. I loved the 7/8 lunar midsole, although I may slightly prefer the softer upper of the V7. hows the lacoste shoe treating you? long been curious about those

Right there with you on balls and WOW that gravity pro is a stunner. Im sideyeing the gravity 2025 BIG TIME right now lol

thanks for sharing mate

Yeah when I saw the 2025 gravity PJs I couldn't resist lol. I'm surprised I have been enjoying the pro more than the tour - the tour took a lot of tinkering (to work for me) that I don't love to get too involved with.
I really like the Lacoste shoes, but durability is definitely an issue. They're a good option for a fast/supportive shoe but the cushioning is still pretty soft. It's almost a weird combo, but from what I've tried recently, I feel quicker and feel like I move better in these. I'm excited to try the Vapor 12s when they come out in a reasonable colorway lol

 

[Knox28]

Bag: Yonex Pro Racket 9 pack bag ex (smash pink color)
Racket: Yonex Vcorepro 97h x3 (grip size 1 with 2 over grips)
String: WeissCannon Ultra Cable @53, 50
Shoes: Court ff3 or gr x (Would carry an extra pair)
Overgrip: solinco heaven grip
Ball: Wilson USOP extra
Apparel: Lacoste nd player polo, 7in short or nike court slam tank 5in short. Would carry bout 2~3 more sets of cloth
Socks: Nike court multiplier crew
Accesory: Nike court Heritage 86 hat, a watch
Extras: 2 big towels, 2 smaller towels, straps for anckle, knee, wrist, bandage, and jump rope
A 32oz waterbottle with couple extras in case

 

[A_Instead]

Bag check. "Whatu got in the bag" Ludacris shout out..
Basically I used to carry the typical big bag with rackets and related accessories to live out of my car a few days in order to play a grand slam for 2 weeks without going home.
Now I keep it simple...Kiss approach. Lean six sigma..
2 of the same racket. And my 1 of my 2nd favorite racket at the moment..the remedy I go to if my #1 Lets me down...
Small towel, hat, wrist band.. balls...a coin.
Much easier and convenient.. and energy conservation which I can use in the match instead of lugging around a luggage..

On the body, no name mixed colored poly shorts and shirt.. cheap socks, no special underwear, what ever sneakers TW had on clearance sale.. no particular brand preference.
To me the $40 on clearance last as long as the triple digit $$$ models..

 

[dr325i]

Bag: Head Tour Racquet Bag XL Black/White (Team Head version)
Racket: Head Gravity Tour 98 x3, TGT373.1 set up to my spec (TK82 pallets, grip size 4 3/8, Hydrosorb Pro grip and Head Prime Tour OG).
String: Head Hawk Touch Rough 1.25 @ 50/48
Shoes: Mizuno Wave Enforce Tour 2
Overgrip: Head Prime Tour
Ball: Yonex Tour
Apparel: Head top/bottom
Socks: Head Performance
Accesory: Head Pro player Hat and wrist bands
Extras: 1 towel, bandage, Theraband Flexbar, and jump rope
A 32oz water bottle, dates

 

[Rabbit]

If I’m playing for my life, I’m bringing a baseball bat just in case things go south.